Director of English Learner Services
Position Summary: The Director of English Learner Services provides vision, leadership guidance, and support in designing and implementing programs and services to support Oklahoma City Public Schools English Learners (ELs)/emergent bilingual students. This position leads the design, monitoring, and continuous evaluation of programs using formative and summative data. Works collaboratively with others to support improved achievement for all students
Essential Duties:
Develops short and long-range planning, leadership, vision, and development of District policies as they relate to Title III programs, EL and bilingual education programs, and dual language instruction programs. Monitors compliance and effectiveness of program interventions.
Prepares and develops all state and federally-required applications, forms, and reporting in close collaboration with the Office of Federal Programs and other departments as necessary.
Develops and manages Title III budgets and provides expenditure control for the department.
Supervises and evaluates departmental staff responsible for programs and services to EL students.
Stays informed of all legal requirements governing Title III, EL/bilingual education, migrant and immigrant student definitions according to federal law and its implications for the district.
Develops and implements procedures for instructional and support services which are consistent with Federal and State guidelines.
Provides leadership and expertise to all stakeholders that increase equitable access to high standards and high-quality instruction for all English Learners. Utilizes data analysis and/or program evaluation to make informed decisions with a focus on student achievement.
Keeps abreast of state and federal laws, regulations, and interpretations regarding Title III programs, budgeting, finance, and accounting.
Ensures cooperation, collaboration, and communication with administration team members so that ELs are represented in staff development offerings, curriculum planning, textbook/materials selection and adoption, and instruction.
Consults with private school officials as necessary to meet federal equitable services requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities):
Master’s Degree in a related field required, Bilingual Education or TESOL concentration highly desired.
Oklahoma Teaching Certification required, ESL preferred
Principal Certification and previous Director level leadership experience preferred
Five (5) years of relevant experience leading and planning are required.
Demonstrated understanding of school operations and programs.
Demonstrated success leading significant organizational change initiatives, preferably within an urban district setting, (with the involvement of diverse internal and external stakeholders) that resulted in measurable and sustainable improved student achievement.
Demonstrated leadership skills along with strong written and oral communication skills. Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
Knowledge and experience with models of bilingual education including one-way and two-way dual language immersion, transitional, developmental, and others.
Strong computer skills including MS Office applications, web-based resources, and email.
Ability to work under pressure with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Must have adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required duties on the computer.
Must have adequate visual acuity to read, interpret and transcribe written material and other required duties.
Requires normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others in person and on the telephone.
Requires some stooping, bending, stretching and occasional lifting not to exceed 25 pounds.
Sitting for prolonged periods of time.
May periodically require work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, under sometimes. stressful conditions in order to meet business needs and strict deadlines.
Work Environment:
Office duties will be performed in a well-lighted, climate controlled environment.
Reports To: Executive Director of Student Support Services
FSLA Status: Exempt
Compensation: 903
Work Days: 242
FTE: 100
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the supervisor or appropriate administrator. Oklahoma City Public Schools reserves the right to, update, revise or change job duties as the need prevails. This document is for communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. The Board of Education and Superintendent may approve alternatives to the listed qualifications.